Stocking stuffers: A few of my favorite (and not-so-favorite) things from 2019

From smart-home products to performance apps, here’s a short list of what I hope to find in my stocking on Christmas morning and a few players who deserve a lump of coal. Continue reading

Keeping It Real: How to kill success

On this edition of “Keeping It Real,” a recurring podcast series on Inman, Peter Lorimer talks about how to get out of your head and do what’s best for you and your business. Continue reading

Pulse: How do you overcome ‘I can’t afford an agent’?

In our ongoing quest to find the best handlers, we ask that you take this one-question survey to share your top strategies with the masses in our weekly Tuesday column. This week’s situation: You’re prospecting FSBOs, and one tells you paying an agent … Continue reading

Why it pays to stay in touch

If you stay in touch continuously, it will pay off in the long run, according to a small sample poll from PostcardMania. Continue reading

Pulse: ‘Will you cut your commission?’ 27 ways to respond

Last week, we asked for your best responses to buyers and sellers when they ask: “Will you cut your commission?” Readers shared how they respond to potential clients and also mentioned some creative workarounds. Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: How do you keep momentum going?

In this column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This month: A veteran agent has had her best production year ever, and she wants to ensure the momentum continues. What can her … Continue reading

The year of the homeseller

Twenty-five plus years into the real estate digital revolution and most of the money and innovation has been focused on helping homebuyers. That’s about to change. Continue reading

How to fight commission compression

If you’re not already dealing with it, it’s just a matter of time before commission compression will be at your doorstep. Be ready to fight for what you deserve when it comes. Continue reading